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ArticleAdvances in therapy2019

Systemic Approach to Prevent Inadvertent Perfusion in Eyes with Extensive Choroidal Detachment, Suprachoroidal Fluid, and Hypotony During Pars Plana Vitrectomy.

Zhaotian Zhang, Dong Fang, Manjuan Peng, Yantao Wei, Li Wang, Shuxin Fan, Shaochong Zhang

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Zhaotian ZhangState Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China.
Dong FangState Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China.
Manjuan PengState Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China.
Yantao WeiState Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China.
Li WangState Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China.
Shuxin FanState Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China.
Shaochong ZhangState Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China. zhangshaochong@gzzoc.com.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-0436-3338

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The Science and Technology Program of Guangzhou 201803010022
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Abstract

introductionRhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) with extensive choroidal detachment (CD), suprachoroidal fluid (SCF), and lower intraocular pressure (IOP) markedly increase the difficulty of pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) because it makes the insertion and placement of the trocar cannulas for PPV time-consuming and technically challenging. In this study, we developed a systemic approach that avoids the risks of sclerotomy or using a longer trocar to help in the safe placement of the trocar cannulas in order to prevent inadvertent fluid/air perfusion during PPV in RRD eyes with extensive CD, SCF, and hypotony.

methodsThis is a prospective case series study. Consecutive patients diagnosed with RRD with extensive CD, SCF, and hypotony were recruited. The main steps included injecting transconjunctival intravitreal fluid to increase IOP and enable the passive egress of SCF into the subconjunctival space, creating and broadening the inner opening for the trocar cannulas, transillumination with an endoillumination light pipe, and indentation of the infusion cannula to create maximum visual exposure of the inner segment and help peripheral shaving around the infusion tip. MAIN OUTCOMES: the success rate of the infusion placement into the vitreous cavity, surgical duration, intra- and postoperative complications, and functional and anatomical outcomes.

resultsThirty-eight patients (38 eyes) were included. The first-time success rate of cannula placement into the vitreous cavity was 100%, with a mean surgical duration of 8.5 ± 1.8 min. No intra- or postoperative complications related to the approach were observed. Significant vision improvement was noted in 68.4% (26/38) of the patients at the final follow-up. The primary and final retinal reattachment rates were 94.7% (36/38) and 100% (38/38), respectively.

conclusionThis systemic approach is a feasible option to ensure the safe placement of trocar cannulas and prevent inadvertent perfusion during small-gauge PPV in RRD eyes with extensive CD, SCF, and hypotony, without the need for a draining sclerotomy, a longer trocar, or a sharp clearing of the cannula tip.

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VitrectomyAdultAgedChoroidal EffusionsChoroid DiseasesFemaleFollow-Up StudiesHumansIntraocular PressureMaleMiddle AgedPostoperative ComplicationsRetinal DetachmentVisual AcuityChoroidal detachmentCiliary detachmentLower intraocular pressure/hypotonyOphthalmologyPars plana vitrectomyRhegmatogenous retinal detachmentSuprachoroidal fluidTrocar

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PMCPMC6318246

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